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David B Smith - ArticlesHitting Rock BottomThere is a point where a person emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and finally, physically breaks down under the stress and pain produced by their addiction. Addict in the Family! an Edited Extract From 'understanding Addiction'Because the person suffering from the addiction acts untrustworthy, the family stops trusting the person, and the members consciously or unconsciously start to distance themselves... When the person starts to act like his or her self again, not like an Addict, the family feels ashamed for having distanced themselves. They decide to reach out once more, only to feel betrayed once again. Addiction PsychologyAddiction Psychology
an edited extract from 'Understanding Addiction'
Addictive logic is summed up in the phrase "I want what I want and I want it now." Emotional needs often feel very urgent and compulsive. Such emotional logic works to satisfy this urgency even if it is not in the best interest of the person. Addiction as a Spiritual DiseaseAddiction as a Spiritual Disease
an edited extract from 'Understanding Addiction'
Addiction is a spiritual disease. ... Because addiction is a direct assault against the Self, it is also a direct attack on the spirit or soul of the person suffering from the addiction. A person's spirit sustains life; addiction leads to spiritual death. My DadBruce Leslie Smith 1932-2001
Who was he – my dad?
He was my dad, but he belonged
to many people beyond myself,
and to God most of all. Moslems are not our EnemiesMoslems are NOT our Enemies!
a speech given by Rev. David B. Smith
On September 10th, 2006, I guest speaker at a gathering of around 500 Islamic men and women in Bankstown, raising funds for war-torn Lebanon. Unfortunately I was nervous and forgot to switch on my audio recorder, so you've only got the written transcript. This is a shame, as the group were very responsive - laughing at the appropriate points and applauding warmly afterwards. It was a great night. The Hanging of Ray Williams: 2The Hanging of Ray Williams
A tragedy in four parts
Part two - the decision (for part one, click here)
Ray re-appeared exactly one week later.
This in itself was no surprise. Every Tuesday the staff and volunteers of the church have lunch together and Ray would often join us. What surprised me was what he said to me as soon as lunch was over: “Dave, I’m going to take the guilty plea.” The Hanging of Ray Williams: 1The Hanging of Ray Williams
A tragedy in four parts
Part 1 - the Dilemma
September 28, 2004 was a historic day for me. Ray Williams came to me for advice!
Ray never comes to me for advice. Why would he? The former CEO of HIH insurance - once one of the largest insurance companies in the Southern hemisphere. What possible wisdom could I have to pass on to him? Strategic Management Works Other People Tell Their StoriesI initially published my letter to Roy McDonald as a public warning to others, and I do feel that I have subsequently been able to be of some service to the people who have read my letter and then emailed me or contacted me by phone. I receive on average about one email or phone call per week either thanking me for the warning, or sharing a similar story of woe - normally much sadder than my own! Exposing Strategic Management Works'Strategic Management Works' (now also operating as 'One Life') is an australian company that purports to be in the business of financial consultancy. From my perspective, they are more of a sinister new-age cult, preying on the unwary. The head guru is Mr Roy McDonald - a man with a big mouth, a polished appearance, and a heart for the dollar.
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